Team 2 came up with an app to help visitors document where they see invasive species while out on the trail. The app could have a free version, which will have a map where the visitors can drop a pin where they think they have spotted an invasive species. The workers can then go to that spot to pull it. There will also be photos to help people identify them. The paid version will bring money to the park, and will incentivize people to drop pins to earn points to use as prizes.

Team 1 wants to bring lots of people here to Hemlock Crossing to help weed out invasive species. In order to get people here and excited, they came up with the idea of a volunteer event that included a fun scavenger hunt! There will be prizes and a ton of fun.

"This group of kids did a great job generating ideas. They are creative thinkers, and great problem solvers. I really enjoyed spending the week with them!" -Mrs. Harris, Team Facilitator

"I liked planning out the presentation." -Adaline

"I was not here much, (due to illness), but I pretty much liked making the posters!" -Scott

"Going on hikes was fun." -Quinn

"The Elevator Pitches were great. They had great ideas and did a good job presenting even with just a short time to prepare. The teamwork was very evident." -Mr. Harris, Holland Middle School Dean of Students

"My favorite was the learning games. I liked those a lot." -Caroline

"I enjoyed going on the nature hikes." - Morgan

"I loved watching students get more comfortable sharing ideas and seeing the way they encouraged each other to make sure all ideas were heard and truly discussed in a productive way" - Mr. Sweet, Team Facilitator

"Going into the bird room the first time was cool." - Ryker

"I think the bird room was cool." -Theo